A quick switchover, and the Gunn varsity boys’ water polo team took advantage of an open look to hurl its 13th point into the net before Saratoga could get back into defensive formation. Gunn dominated the game from the start, winning 16-7.

Saratoga proved to be a worthy opponent and all ten Titans swam vigorously, hustling back to play defense. Gunn ended the first half in the lead with the close score of 6-5.

During halftime, senior water polo players received roses and applause in an annual honoring of graduating students.“I feel that with being a senior comes the responsibility to be a true leader of the team,” senior Eric Stewart said.

Gunn started pulling away from Saratoga in the second half. With a couple minutes left in the third quarter, the team began to score a chain of goals led by senior Brandon Johnson. “We started off rough,” senior Rodrigo Rengifo said.

Gunn took a strong lead heading into the fourth quarter. Saratoga scored a desperation point with two minutes left in the game, upping the score to 16-7.

Stewart has high hopes for this year’s water polo team “With the talented group of seniors we have this year,” Stewart said. “I see us leading Gunn water polo to many more victories.”